Jeep may have started its life as a general purpose, stripped down military vehicle, but to look at the line now you won’t see anything utilitarian about it. In fact, with seven sharp models in the lineup, it’s safe to say that the brand now offers vehicles for pretty much any lifestyle.
But with so many different models from which to choose, how do you find the best one for you? Zeigler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Downers Grove, Illinois offers a complete inventory of new and used Jeep vehicles, and here’s a quick overview of each model.
2017 Jeep Cherokee
As the brand’s best-selling model, the Cherokee is a mid-size crossover offering luxurious interior, off-road capability, and lots of great features. The 2017 Cherokee Sport comes standard with a Tigershark MultiAir 2.4L I-4 184hp engine, a 9-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, and 17″ styled steel wheels. Safety features include 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, rear side-impact airbag, driver and passenger knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensors, ABS and driveline traction control, and electronic stability. Other features include air conditioning and cruise control. On average the vehicle gets 22 mpg in the city and 31 hwy miles.
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Known for its premium cabin, powerful engine options, and off-road capability, the Grand Cherokee is top-of-the line. The standard features of the 2017 Grand Cherokee Laredo include a Pentastar 3.6L V-6 293 hp engine, 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, driver knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic air conditioning, cruise control, ABS traction control, electronic stability, and 17″ aluminum wheels. Mileage averages 19 mpg in the city, and 26 on the highway.
2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
The standard features of the 2017 Wrangler Unlimited Sport includes a Pentastar 3.6L V-6 285 hp engine, 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), airbag occupancy sensor, air conditioning, 16″ styled steel wheels, cruise control, ABS traction control, four-wheel drive, electronic stability, AM/FM stereo in-dash mounted single CD MP3 decoder, with 8 speakers. The vehicle averages 16 mpg in the city and 21 mpg on the highway.
2017 Jeep Compass
The Jeep Compass is a compact crossover that falls in the middle of the Jeep lineup in terms of size, price, and performance. The standard features of the 2017 New Compass Sport include a Tigershark MultiAir 2.4L I-4 180 hp engine, 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability, side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, driver knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, air conditioning, 16″ styled steel wheels, and cruise control. Fuel mileage is 23 mpg in the city and 32 on the highway.
2017 Jeep Patriot
As the most affordable model in the Jeep family, the compact crossover 2017 Patriot Sport provides a robust ride for five passengers. Standard features include a 2.0L I-4 158 hp engine, 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive, 16″ styled steel wheels, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability, side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, and airbag occupancy sensor. The model also comes with a Sirius XM AM/FM/Satellite in-dash mounted single CD MP3 decoder, with 4 speakers. Mileage includes 23 mpg in the city, and 30 on the highway.
2017 Jeep Renegade
The Renegade is Jeep’s newest model, and is known as the brand’s entry-level vehicle. Standard features on the 2017 Renegade Sport include a MultiAir 1.4L I-4 160 hp intercooled turbo engine, 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), 16″ styled steel wheels, side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, driver knee airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability, power windows, and power locks. The Renegade gets on average 24 mpg in the city, and 31 on the highway.
2017 Jeep Wrangler
Known for its off-road capability, the rugged Wrangler is the model that most closely resembles Jeep’s original off-road military vehicles. Standard features of the 2017 Wrangler Sport include a Pentastar 3.6L V-6 285hp engine, 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), airbag occupancy sensor, 16″ styled steel wheels, cruise control, ABS traction control, four-wheel drive, and electronic stability. It also features an AM/FM stereo in-dash mounted single CD MP3 decoder with 8 speakers and steering wheel controls. This model gets on average 17 mpg in the city, and 21 on the highway.
To learn more about each model, visit the Zeigler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Dealership in Downers Grove, Illinois, and don’t forget to tell them we sent you!